Los Angeles residents must get passes from a new location in Westwood to access the Palisades area, with restrictions enforced by checkpoints and limited PCH lanes.

Santa Ana Unified School District will lay off 300 employees due to a $187 million shortfall, causing community protests and criticism from Mayor Amezcua over the district's decisions and financial management.

Los Angeles Mayor's office outlines a debris removal roadmap for fire-affected properties, with EPA specialists clearing hazardous waste and options for further cleanup. Deadline for free program participation is March 31.

Long Beach is seeking community feedback on the feasibility of allowing home-based food businesses (MEHKOs) through a survey available in multiple languages.

Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn celebrated over 500 students from the 605 All Star Band for their performance in the Rose Parade, presenting each with a personalized certificate.

San Gabriel Valley officials oppose the EPA's plan to use Lario Park as a temporary hazardous waste site post-Eaton Fire, citing a lack of consultation with affected communities.

San Gabriel Valley cities oppose EPA's plan to use Lario Park for hazardous debris processing from Eaton Fire, citing lack of notice and environmental risks.

Governor Gavin Newsom announces "LA Rises," a initiative with private-sector leaders to expedite LA's recovery after a disaster, backed by up to $100M from Mark Walter and the Dodgers Foundation.

Pasadena canceled the parade part of their Black History Festival due to the Eaton Fire, focusing on recovery efforts instead. The festival still includes performances and activities on February 15 at Robinson Park.

The City of Pasadena urges residents to be cautious of insurance scams following disasters, advising verification of adjusters' licenses and warning against hasty repairs or contracts with unverified contractors.

LA County's Pathway Home program transitioned over 60 homeless individuals from San Gabriel River encampments to interim housing, with Supervisor Janice Hahn emphasizing the urgency of the homelessness crisis.

LA Metro proposes free rides for wildfire victims through its Lifeline program, pending approval, with Board Chair Hahn emphasizing using their resources for recovery.

The California HCD is providing support to fire-affected communities in Los Angeles by offering deadline extensions for housing program applications and easing planning enforcement actions.